Mirror, Mirror on the Wall

The diary format gives such an intimate view of Bess's world, but I wonder what inspired the author to tell this story in that way. Did they want to emphasize authenticity or nostalgia?

Her reflections on family, school, and friendships felt very relatable, even across different times. I’m curious if readers from different backgrounds felt the same connection.

Between her search for identity and her experiences with change, I wonder which themes resonate most strongly with different readers and why.